Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan, the narrative follows a group of soldiers as they navigate the complexities of war and personal sacrifice. The story delves into themes of camaraderie, resilience, and the moral dilemmas faced in combat. Through vivid character portrayals and gripping action, it explores the impact of conflict on both the soldiers and the local population, highlighting the human cost of war and the bonds formed in the face of adversity.
The narrative follows John Parker, who grew up as a farmer's boy in Ayrshire, Scotland, and embarked on extensive solo travels around the globe. Now, he splits his time between his native Scotland and a home on La Isla de la Juventud in Cuba, reflecting a life shaped by adventure and diverse experiences.
The narrative unfolds through personal anecdotes, detailing the author's experiences of finding themselves in precarious situations and the clever strategies employed to navigate those challenges. With a focus on the concept of an "escape route," the author, a Scot, explores the significance of having a plan to avoid dire consequences. The story highlights resilience and resourcefulness, providing insights into the importance of foresight and quick thinking in overcoming life's obstacles.
This compact book reproduces fifty-two memorials in Latin taken from churches situated largely in the West Country. Each memorial is accompanied by a translation and by notes on the grammar. The book is aimed at all who would like to be able to read Latin epitaphs in churches, and whose knowledge of the language may be sketchy.
The highly-illustrated single volume study guides have been combined into one 'all you need for A Level' revision aid. This new updated edition provides the same comprehensive coverage of the AS and A2 specifications but at outstanding value. The Mathematics title has been fully revised for the new Mathematics courses being taught in schools from September 2004. All titles are written by experienced examiners. They contain in-depth coverage of the key information plus hints, tips and guidance from examiners. Progress check questions test recall and understanding, and end of unit sample questions and model answers provide essential practice to improve students exam technique
Sean Connery, the screen creator of James Bond has commanded some of the highest fees in Hollywood. This book traces the rise to stardom of a tough street kid from Edinburgh who left school at the age of 13.
In the shadow of his father Kirk's overpowering fame, Michael Douglas forged a career for himself and became recognised in his own right as an award-winning actor and producer.But fame has taken its toll on Michael's personal life. This is the compelling and remarkable story of a Hollywood son who waged a battle against the odds to achieve his fame and fortune, and has kept on fighting with every challenge he faces.
Learn about the origins of stories about the Round Table, Excalibur and Camelot in this informative full-colour guide, exploring the mysterious King Arthur and the accompanying images of power, chivalry and romance.
“We’ve been invited to witness a bonfire of marijuana by the Taliban. Anyone interested?”Amid the missionaries, mercenaries and misfits drawn to the world’s most dangerous and volatile hotspots stands Dr John Parker.From Cholera to Ebola is a captivating collection of true stories 25 years in the making.Whether challenging the bureaucracy of refugee camps to cradling children as they died, Dr Parker operated far from his comfort zone, from the norms of medical practice and from the decencies of humanity.His is a life that swung from heartbreaking hopelessness to sheer ecstasy as he battled PTSD to chase his next ‘fix’ over increasingly dangerous missions.“There are some things you cannot be taught; you have to live them.”
"Why do people die and where do they go when they are dead? How should the dead be buried and mourned in order to ensure that they continue to work for the benefit of the living? How have perceptions and experiences of death and the ends of life changed over the centuries? In My Time of Dying considers these questions from the perspective of African history. In what is the first history of death in Africa, John Parker examines mortuary culture and the ongoing relationship between the living and the dead over a four-hundred year period. Focusing anecdotally on West Africa but with a comparative awareness of comparable practices throughout the continent, Parker highlights how Africans developed the world's most vibrant and recognizable cultures of death"--